What do we do?

Irco Tours manage shore excursions and overland adventures for the many cruise lines visiting New Zealand ports. Overland programmes are designed for areas between ports that are inaccessible by ship. Irco Tours is now extending its portfolio to care for groups and independent travellers looking for a locally designed tour programme. Whether clients are arriving on a cruise ship, plane or other means Irco Tours will personally handle arrangements including meet and greet service, transportation, accommodation, sightseeing, cultural excursions and sea/land based activities.

Our Story

Irco Tours was founded by Joanna Irwin who has provided services for visiting cruise lines since 1986. Our main point of difference is in the expertise gained over 29 years in the travel industry. We pride ourselves on providing a unique travel experience working within time constraints, offering a 24/7 service and assuring every enquiry is treated with the utmost attention to detail.

Where will your journey take you?

​From the tip of the North Island to the bottom of the South we can create the perfect land experience for you covering the many popular areas/ports below:

Bay of Islands

Auckland

Tauranga

Napier

Gisborne

Wellington

New Plymouth

Picton

Nelson

Kaikoura

Christchurch

Akaroa

Timaru

Dunedin

Oban, Stewart Island

Milford Sound

Let your next journey be in our caring hands!

Our Team

Joanna Irwin

Joanna Irwin - Managing Director

Joanna has had the pleasure of experiencing the many facets of travel since 1979 and has travelled New Zealand extensively. ​She has worked with various cruise liners including Holland America, Seabourn, Crystal Cruises, Silversea, Celebrity, Radisson/Regent Cruises, Cunard and Royal Viking. ​Joanna has developed a special rapport with local suppliers who also share her pleasure in presenting the best of our unique country. Being an avid traveller, always planning her next adventure, she can wholly appreciate the most important aspects of creating the most memorable experience. Nothing can take away the satisfaction of seeing a smile on our clients' faces after completing their journey Irco Tours has created.

Introducing the team below.

Frank Simpson

North Island Port Manager - Frank Simpson

Frank Simpson is our very highly regarded and gentlemanly 'face of the North Island". He started in the industry in 1979 as a Professional Tour Escort and guide. You will quickly become fond of seeing him around! He not only has a great rapport with all port staff and local suppliers, but huge experience in all areas of port excursions.

Joy Demmocks

South Island Port Manager - Joy Demmocks

Joy's positive, helpful attitude is one that all travellers love. She has more than two decades of experience in the industry, and is our 'mainstay on the mainland', assisting in the co-ordination of all excursions from the South Island ports. She will be the friendly face that greets you on the day!

Leeanne Graham

Support Staff - Leeanne Graham

Although she's the newest member of the team, Leeanne has quickly made herself invaluable. Her attention to detail is outstanding, and her passion for helping people is renowned - she is popular and well-respected throughout the country. She has also travelled extensively, and has many stories to share and help you plan your next journey!

Grant Irwin

Support Staff - Grant Irwin

Grant is our rock. Easy-going and reassuring, he is always around when help is needed - in the office or out in the field. He has a vast knowledge of New Zealand and loves to share it with visitors, so it will be his pleasure to help you make the most of your time in this country. As soon as you meet him you'll know you're in the right hands